Comparing PRP and Mesotherapy for Effective Hair Loss Treatments

When comparing Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and mesotherapy for capillary treatments at the meso level of the skin, each offers unique benefits and methodologies for treating hair loss issues, though it's worth noting that the Fagron TrichoTest™ specifically recommends mesotherapy but not PRP.

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP):

PRP is extensively used in various medical fields to expedite healing and regenerate tissues. In capillary treatments, PRP involves extracting a small amount of the patient's blood, which is then centrifuged to separate the plasma rich in platelets. This plasma is injected directly into the scalp, where it can stimulate hair follicle cells, enhance hair strength, and promote new blood vessel formation, thereby increasing oxygenation at the follicle level.

Advantages of PRP include:

• Derived from the patient’s own blood, reducing the risk of rejection and allergic reactions.
• Enhances the viability and health of hair follicles, both during and post hair transplant surgery.
• Stimulates new capillary growth and enhances the healing processes in treated areas.
• Minimally invasive and can be performed in an outpatient setting.

Mesotherapy:

Mesotherapy for capillary treatments involves direct injections into the scalp of small doses of active ingredients like vitamins or medications. The specific substances used are chosen based on an individual’s needs, determined through medical assessment. The Fagron TrichoTest™ recommends specific liposomade versions of compounds such as Minoxidil, Latanoprost, and Finasteride, tailored to the patient’s genetic profile.

Advantages of mesotherapy include:

• Direct application of pharmacologically active ingredients to the scalp.
• Stimulates collagen production and enhances localized action through micro-deposits that gradually release the active substances, keeping them in contact with the target area for an extended period.
• Considered a good alternative for patients avoiding oral medications.

Key Differences and Considerations:

• Method of Action: PRP works by enhancing natural growth factors in the scalp, whereas mesotherapy delivers direct pharmacological action.
• Procedure: PRP requires blood extraction and processing, making it slightly more complex; mesotherapy involves straightforward injections of prepared substances.
• Risk and Recovery: Both procedures are minimally invasive with low risk. PRP has virtually no risk of allergic reaction since it uses the patient's own blood; mesotherapy might carry slight risks depending on individual sensitivity to the injected substances.

Ultimately, the choice between PRP and mesotherapy may depend on individual patient needs, expected outcomes, and medical advice. Both techniques can be effective for treating hair loss when correctly applied according to a patient's specific condition and overall health profile.

It’s important to consider that while Fagron TrichoTest™ supports the use of mesotherapy, it does not recommend PRP, possibly reflecting a focus on the direct delivery of pharmacological agents over the biological stimulation strategies employed by PRP.